Prosecutor reopens probe into Cornell gang rape allegations after accuser files lawsuit

A New York prosecutor has reopened an investigation into gang rape allegations at a Cornell University fraternity. The decision follows a lawsuit filed by a woman who alleges she was assaulted by seven students in 2024.
Why it matters
The case highlights ongoing issues regarding sexual assault on college campuses and the legal accountability of fraternity organizations.
A New York prosecutor has reopened an investigation into gang rape allegations at a Cornell University fraternity in response to a lawsuit…
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